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Merakey is hiring a Lead Direct Support Professional to provide person-centered direct care and support to individuals with disabilities and varying mental health diagnoses in residential and community settings. The role includes assisting with activities of daily living, personal care, meals, medical appointments, medication administration, transportation, housekeeping, documentation, and support-plan implementation, while serving as the lead for assigned shifts and coordinating with staff and administrators. The position is onsite, runs from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and pays $26–$28 per hour, with a $2-per-hour increase after obtaining RBT certification. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement options, paid access to pay, counseling, and other employee programs. Applicants need a high school diploma or GED, RBT or licensed psychiatric technician certification or the ability to obtain RBT certification within 60 days, and at least six months of experience working with an IDD or mental health population.
